Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Airai Airport (ROR): what you need to know
Koror's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Koror 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
To ensure you catch your SFO to ROR flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd love to check out another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Airai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is a sought-after stop between SFO and ROR.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Airai Airport (ROR)
Currently, R 13,035 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Airai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 19,796. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to ROR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Airai Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SFO to ROR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Airai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Airai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SFO:
Arriving at Airai Airport (ROR)
Book a hotel close to ROR if you're on a late San Francisco International Airport to Airai Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Airai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or National and experience the lesser-explored corners of Koror and beyond.
To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Airai Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Airai Airport (ROR) to central Koror
From Airai Airport, Koror is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Airai Airport (ROR)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Airai Airport is April, while October is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Koror based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Airai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Koror, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to ROR in February. Average temperatures are between 26ºC (79ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Palau
Koror has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Palau you should also see. About 3 kilometres north-west of Koror, a visit to Meyungs will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Japanese Guard Post, Sunset View Hut and Arakabesang Island.
Where to next? Head onward to Elauesachel. It's around 13 kilometres north of Koror and home to highlights like Elauesachel Trail.
